2015 VW Golf GTI Test Drive & Review

The All New 2015 VW Golf GTI is finally here and Steve takes us on an in-depth tour of this 7th Generation “Boxelicious” Hatchback. There’s more to enjoy inside, outside and under the hood with this updated and refined classic Volkswagen.

[@guramanmehta2586]

This guy is the worlds best car reviewer.. Been watching him since ages and never been disappointed with any one his videos.. Amazing detailing n story going around..

[@srk7555]

+Gur Aman Mehta Thanks a lot! I really appreciate your kind words and will continue to do my best not to disappoint..:) Steve

[@tredfxman]

Kelvin Ndegwa Maby you should pick a GTI with DCC (Dynamic Chassis Control), if the roads are bumpy. Should smooth out these bumps abit when set at Comfort Mode. Another thing that would help, is to buy 17 inch rims & tires, which will improve comfort, as the tires gets more rubber to work with than on bigger wheels.

[@ahmadrajie2907]

This car seriously makes you smile. Such a good car and it feels faster than what the numbers suggest, I love my gti.

[@enriqueflimberger]

These are the most amazing car wheels in movement I've ever seen.

[@james1327]

great review. i brought this car a month ago and i really love it. thats why i still watch reviews on it.

[@bobluttin]

Well that was one of the best presentations I've seen, your voice and tempo are spot on. You're not trying to rush through, you inject a lot of humour and give character into what you impart to the viewer. First rate job.

[@briansmith101]

This bloke is a good presenter.

[@mkygod]

it's truly an everyman car and there's a Golf for almost any budget. From sub-$20k Golfs to $40k golfs. 2 or 4 door, petrol or deisel. You can even get a sportwagen version if you need to haul more things or e-golf if you want to go electric. I don't think any single car model today has as much range or versatility.

[@lgr702]

Probably the best car review video I've ever watched. So well organized and well spoken. This video alone makes me want to buy a Golf, despite the fact that it's a beautiful car.

[@rickytomatoes]

What a great little urban warrior. A pocket rocket that is sensible and still practical for daily driving. If it came down to it, I would definitely trade my A4 for this GTI.

[@michaelking9568]

Almost four years in and I still love my gti. The exact same one as this review. Never wanted a brand new car until I drove mine. Fell in love right away. Can't wait to see and drive the mk viii. Maybe I will have my third GTI.

[@TheDutchMitchell]

Steve, you could be advertising a turd in a box..and I'd still buy it. Great review :)

[@joelm3954]

My wife has a 2017 GTI S. It’s not at all loaded and wish it had certain specs to make the driving experience more comfortable, but it’s one heck of a fun car. It’s plenty quick with lots of torque and nimble as hell. It’s practical with four doors and cargo space once you put the rear seats down. The fit and build is superb. It’s an incredible daily/weekend car that provides fun sporty driving. Great vehicle

[@stonerdemon]

Wow man, you really know how to make a person fall in love with a car. Great review. And you look a lot like David Lee Roth, which makes you the coolest reviewer ever!

[@seinsmeld13]

One of the best American reviewers. Excellent review. Cheers from Canada.

[@srk7555]

david dykeman Thanks so much for your kind words! Cheers right back at ya..:) Steve

[@AudiophileTubes]

FANTASTIC, practical, and quick cars! One of my 2 cars is a 2003 VR6 GTI that I have had almost 13 years now, with 197,340 miles on the clock! Very reliable too! The GTI pedigree is legendary!

[@AutoAndrew]

Steve that's the Reston Town Center! I live 5 minutes away from there I wish I was there when you filmed this. Love your videos! I hope to see you more around NOVA filming and I'd love to meet you someday! Best of luck with future videos. Cheers, Andrew

[@srk7555]

Thanks a lot! Our corporate office is located near the Reston Town Center so it makes for a convenient location. I wanted to shoot more of a "city" theme for this video and the RTC is such a nicely designed community that I thought it was a perfect setting. I hope I get a chance to bump into you someday as well! Thanks for watching our videos and I hope you tell alllllllllllllllllll of your friends to subscribe..:) Steve

[@noidea7795]

This is the most beautiful hatchback ever.

[@damnlogin]

Hands down the best U.S. GTI review I've seen on youtube. +1 subscriber

[@billyboy8888]

this guy should be on top gear, not a car salesman

[@abe1863]

You make every car seem special.

[@srk7555]

That's because they are..:) Steve

[@aquateen77723]

Another fantastic film by Steve and the brilliant team at Rosenthal! The new GTI is a wonderful hot hatch that I have to own. Arriba!

[@aabood007]

Best GTI review on KZbin

[@GoldPeakLLC]

I really want this car. Im 25 and make 60k a year. Should I buy?

[@CarsFanTV]

its good to see you more often around here my friend!

[@mathieubarrette4962]

this guy is pretty darn cool

[@XxPo1nTxF1v3xX]

I'm about to get a Golf GTI SE, and I've been fighting in my head over it, but I really want it, these reviews are super helpful always great to hear other opinions.

[@bighands69]

XxPo1nTxF1v3xX What do you want from a car.

[@doogiespence5310]

Tis a beauty . Never been a fan of red. But it looks real nice. Damn

[@dejuanmctaw9071]

You are brilliant! If I can have the honor of meeting you in person I'd need an autograph! Great review hoping for a review on the new 2015 dodge charger in the near future.

[@tango165]

Great review.... Very professional and informative review by a guy that doesn't come across as an ill informed salesmen... Good stuff-

[@oviwankenobi17]

I've been waiting for this one for a long time. Great review :)

[@alejandrohidalgo5734]

After the Top Gear bunch (UK of corse) ....Steve 's my favorite car guy!!!

[@YeahHeWentThere]

Great job on your review of the golf gti. Keep it up.

[@ridgero]

Awesome review, thank you very much! Bought mine yesterday :)

[@lacedsiryn]

I have the white one, but I like the red too🙃

[@Jay482]

Are these vw gti really reliable? I just test drove one and loved everything about it, but how reliable is it and whats the general life expectancy on them before things start breaking off? and is maintance expensive?? I really wanna get one, they're selling one for 17k with 31k mileage on it, after taxes and fees etc probably comes down close to 19k..any suggestion?

[@timterrell8678]

I test drove this car and I like how my 2014 GTI drives and feels better.

[@andylie7699]

Great review as always, sir. Here in Europe, we get LED rear lights as well, do you know why the U.S cars doesnt get it?

[@schmoab]

Looks like a great car. Thanks for the ride.

[@justdreaminvlog]

Hello. Can you tell me which trim level GTI this is? I see it has an SD slot in the glove box. Is this the SE or Autobahn? Thanks.

[@LorenzoJimenez]

Great video. Make me want to purchase one. But what about the prices and extra packages? Thanks.

[@okm88]

Does America have the performance packed GTI or just base model GTI and the R?

[@modmatt1]

Looks like the dash is high compared to how you sit - do you feel like you have a good view over the hood? Oh yeah, make mine a manual please. Nice review.

[@HabibiC]

+modmatt1 DASH is perfectly fine

[@walt1824]

Nice review. Only thing missing is that some of the features are options which the reviewer fails to explain.

[@ericu1196]

Let me first say...this Mk7 GTI is on a completely different level. I drove a very nicely modded mk6 GTI for 3.5 years and 75k miles. I had a great experience and loved my Stage 2 powered car with VWR coilover suspension. However, as values for mk6 were tanking I decided to test drive this new car... Well, I tried to contain my excitement when dealing with the salesman but damn...the 7 is better in every way. Stock power is very good! Suspension is incredibly good! This car look amazing inside and out, it's downright sexy now. Worried about build quality? Don't!!! My hecha en Mexico GTI is flawless with tighter body gaps, no creaks or other noises, and every panel is perfectly align. This thing exudes quality! My German made mk6 required adjustment of the door striker plates and the rear spoiler was misaligned... The Mexico plant is doing a great job! Like this video says, the parts are coming from Germany. What else can I say...it is a true pleasure to drive and the tech in this new car is on another level as well. My Fender stereo sounds incredibly good. A simple APR stage 1 tune will have this car running with $60k cars and higher with 300hp/400tq...

[@ericu1196]

*****

[@ericu1196]

***** There have been turbo failures on tuned and stock Mk7 gti and vw has replaced them no questions asked so far. The dsg transmission can handle up to 400 lb ft torque but the manual transmission may need a new clutch with a power upgrade. I'm waiting a bit to tune mine this time to see how this new motor handles the upgrades

[@Jarl_69]

1:45 It's always Pounds-Feet or Newton-Meters when it comes to Torque no matter who you ask...

[@maximus9401]

He meant that you can switch around pound-feet with foot-pounds. Since the weight and distance units are multiplied, it doesn't matter what order you out them in. They're both correct

[@Jarl_69]

maximus9401 No. They are not multiplied. They are cross multiplied. A cross B is not equal to B cross A. Trust me, I'm an engineer.

[@maximus9401]

***** So what's the difference between pound-feet and foot-pounds?

[@Jarl_69]

maximus9401 I can't explain physics in a KZbin comment. Please search up what Torque is. I'm sure you'll find your answer.

[@maximus9401]

***** aww :(

[@leomestizo292]

"Ariba! Ariba!" Jajajaja pretty fun review

[@TheEryk03]

Great review! As always.

[@213PURPLEYAM]

Very nice review you sir gain another subscriber good job

[@srk7555]

Thanks. I'm glad you enjoy our work and have subscribed. We really appreciate it..:) Steve

[@dansivertson]

Excellent video! Nice overview!!!

[@LivingInPakistan]

Your reviews are the best by far! Please do the hyundai genesis 2015!

[@srk7555]

Thanks for your kind compliment. I really appreciate it. Our company is actually building a Hyundai store that should open in the next couple of months. When it does I'll be sure to review the Genesis for you and other Hyundais as time goes on..:) Steve

[@8KMCD1]

I was worried when captain dad-jeans turned up in his crispy whites.... But great review, thanks

[@srk7555]

It's a bird...it's a plane...NO... It's Captain Dad-Jeans!!! You're very welcome...:) Steve

[@johnmarkson8215]

Does this vehicle accommodate a large wizards hat and staff?

[@volitanttitan8127]

Nice car ! Im in the market for a hot hatch and I think I am going to go with the Fiesta ST ! But I tell ya this GTI makes it a hard choice despite the cost difference.

[@ThePinoyMamba]

Well done again!!!

[@turo360]

Are you in anyway related to Michael Douglas? Lol

[@kpudgar]

My thoughts exactly...since day one I first seen this guy :)

[@ABSjazz]

Great video! I've been enjoying my Mk7 since early June =) Can't recommend it enough!

[@SuPeRm4n100]

Love your reviews, would you be able to review an Audi rs7 or no?

[@SuPeRm4n100]

You've got so much class on Audi reviews, by the way ;)

[@abhiram5848]

Great review !

[@srk7555]

Thanks so much..:) Steve

[@BbBoY161]

prepare to get famous once again

[@j61218k616]

plz do m235i

[@DCassidy42]

Nice shoes bro.

[@CharcoalJoe]

Is it available in 3 door?

[@AlexTampa-zn9xo]

Great review. Thank you.

[@gamccoy]

After the last intelligent Netizen's comment, I've pulled everything. I completely forgot this was KZbin and this video would attract the kids.

[@Verbatim47]

Please tell me the music playing during 8:00-8:30!

[@jay123health]

Bring the GTD to the states

[@DivInv]

Hey, I've been waiting for a new review. Thanks for the upload.

[@0Freguenedy0]

After being made in the Mexico, did the Golfs get cheaper there in the US? Cause here in Brazil it stayed at the same price. When it should be cheaper to buy...

[@musicISlyf1]

They didn't get cheaper per se, but they are about similar in costs. Just now, with the savings they get from having a plant in Mexico. VW is able to offer more bang for your buck. They are giving you more premium features, at a not so increased premium price. If that makes any sense.

[@bighands69]

musicISlyf1 If Donald Trump makes office then these cars will be going up in price for a short while.

[@denihodzic]

+Frederico Schmitz They are slightly cheaper, reason why is that the US market can be supplied with GTIs a lot easier, thus bringing the cost down. Simple supply/demand thingy.

[@elsergio3113]

You guys should review the mercedes g wagon!!

[@zorannastevski1483]

I owned 2015 GTI red tornado it's Amazing car

[@dBsdecibels]

Performance Pack is out now! Need a new video! The LSD is supposed to be incredible.

[@jay123health]

This guy was great

[@averino_]

how much is this model?

[@thousand_cycle]

This is more like an overview than a review - he never criticizes the cars.

[@Vazztudio]

I'm seriously considering buying one of this vw's

[@jamesgerth4471]

Me too.

[@mertz313]

If it makes you feel better, I drive a 2004 Volkswagen Passat and the car is still going strong after 160k miles.. About 3 of my friends drive VW Golfs and they are super reliable as well lol.

[@CarswithB]

Good car nice video!

[@mbb05jb]

sister just got one of these today!

[@dieselboy77]

Hope they fixed the reliability ..

[@pfanomafunise2212]

Why does it have the old style hand brake and no tail LED

[@MrAlphacallsign]

because it will cost more in the usa with ll those options *****

[@goofguy316]

I'm sold!

[@Unforgiven118]

Really wish it had an auto dimming rear mirror and home link. :(

[@denihodzic]

It does have if - Autobahn w/ performance pkg

[@rockporttwentyseven]

good review

[@NickMichael07]

this or the fucus st 2016? be honest

[@denihodzic]

+nick michael GTI!

[@HabibiC]

+nick michael this or FUCKUS 2016....ewww american...ford has shitty reliablity...fuck that..GTI all day long. nothing beats the supreme quality of a gti for the price

[@tvanb]

Love the videos... but since you work for a auto-group that sells the cars that you test-drive, it seems like all the information is extremely biased. I don't think I've ever heard a negative aspect of any car that you've test-driven!!

[@dejuanmctaw9071]

He has had negative comments on the cars he reviews he's just very Witty with them, listen to every word he says in his videos you'll see.

[@Denis-zo6qo]

well, he criticizes missing or missplaced cup holders every time. Of course in the US, that's all unbiased information you need.

[@tvanb]

Hah, that's hardly a criticism... Rather a "poke" at audi, jokingly. And 6lbs of rotational mass is a lot !!

[@tvanb]

I do realise that your comment is satirical... Don't worry. And if they are not true reviews, they should not be titled as reviews.

[@deagle50ae]

***** Dude, 24lbs of unsprung rotational mass is a huge weight reduction. Sayings go something like "1lbs of unsprung rotational mass reduction is equivalent to 10lbs of sprung mass reduction".

[@telemaq76]

ill.have mine in 8 hours!

[@telemaq76]

yes i ll next year after guarantee period

[@David-eh9nw]

+telemaq76 Did you get it? How is it? Did you get manual or automatic? Do you put regular or premium gas in it?

[@telemaq76]

yeah i ve it, awesome car, i ve it in 4doors, manual transmission, open roof, full leather, light assist, front assist, inside light pack with red stripe on the door and led for cozy interior. Very powerful and fuel efficiency. With regular gas. really perfect car daily driving

[@telemaq76]

***** it s already very powerful ! and in france i can t drive quickly anyway. but maybe i ll go 300 cv , for more torque after 4500rpm. I ll have fun with regular 220 cv first then go 300cv next year i think, after warranty period

[@David-eh9nw]

telemaq76 Nice! I would have the auto cause I'm a newer driver and cause my parents. I'm looking between this and a Mini Cooper S. Did you look at any other cars? Also I'm in the USA if that helps we have different cars here.

[@amill1563]

The big stick handbrake looks old fashioned to me nowadays. Definitely sporty but the hot hatch design doesn't look too mature

[@09Mrsubaru]

Steve can u tell me y would anybody get the Gti over the new Subaru WRX?

[@mattdaily3147]

It's German.

[@internexus1]

The WRX's interior is bland/cheap feeling and leather isn't available unless you buy the highest trim level, gas mileage is significantly lower, 5 speed transmission only... The Subaru's boxer engine/drivetrain isn't all that great overall, the transmissions have been inherently weak since the birth of the WRX and the engine block is known to flex just from using aftermarket head studs. Buy what you want, those of us with standards will purchase our own.

[@lsjdjkasdfjasdjfasddfsa]

Internexus Not true Internexus. The 2015 WRX is a 6 speed transmission. 2015 WRX interior has been significantly upgraded. The WRX's prior to 2015 are 5 speed only.

[@rahascha]

very simple answer ... VW Golf GTI named "North American Car of the Year 2015" in New York !!! anymore question ?

[@cmbm3441]

if the dealership let me test drive it w/o commiting me to throw a deposit to get the car, i'd likely would've gotten the WRX.

[@AIONBERSERKER]

Must...have....this....car!!!!!

[@emmanuelgutierrez6306]

Why is people making a big deal about the cars being made in Mexico? I think VW cars are great cars and they are going to keep their reputation. The reason they went to Mexico is because of cheap labor. The quality of the car is going to be the same, if they made it in China, Guatamela or Germany

[@hajuukermagherd5570]

***** I just bought one...it included a 10 year/200k power train warranty along with the manufacturer warranty, and 5 years free maintenance.. so no worries there. Before trade or downpayment it was 23.1k and that is on a 6 speed with the lighting package (adds $600 or so). I really don't think theres anything else out right now hanging with this car for that price.

[@juukame]

***** Yeah it's kind of sad; I just test drove a MK7 and my god...it was amazing: fast, great build quality, and surprisingly comfortable(even more comfortable than a mercedes glk) and quieter on the inside too. But, seeing the trend of GTIs over the years and the fact that it's all new for this model year and being built in a different factory there are just too many variables for me. My brain tells me to get the GLK, but my heart and soul want the GTI so badly

[@christianmunguiaparada2092]

Aye that's Reston !!!

[@srk7555]

chris parada So true...So true! Thanks for watching our video..:) Steve

[@Carpaccio88]

Not bad, I enjoyed that.

[@asmarshall9]

The automatic is actually a bit faster than the manual not the other way around :)

[@h0merun18ftw]

I exited the video after I saw his shoes.

[@c0Ld]

No you didn't you stayed here to leave a dumbass comment lol

[@jasonvoorhees3666]

5:10

[@goto7650]

6:46

[@EverythingQuinn]

4:35

[@dondon4720]

All I can say it's I hope it comes in blue :P

[@darthpunk5455]

This guy makes sneans cool

[@heatmakerr12]

FINALLY =)

[@alejandrohidalgo5734]

Sub Woof in the spare??? huh... ! for some reason sounds totally logical

[@woodsy555]

its a really nice car but if you baught one and seen a golf R pass you daily i think you will feel a tad under welmed i think i wish i had baught the R

[@mr21king2]

If you could afford the R then you should have. For almost 40 thousand I wouldn't waste my time on these, I'd get myself a charger Rt or camaro

[@Caymanec]

better buy audi s3

[@HabibiC]

+mr21king2 american 1?!!? EWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW

[@mohammadsyed1630]

in love

[@CCMedia]

blue jeans.... white shoes... black shirt... NICE OUTFIT... how the fuck they give you this car to drive ???